October 8, 1935 — September 20, 2023

On September 20, 2023, Darel “Joe” Forest, 87, of Elburn, Illinois, formerly of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife of 58 years, Patricia Forest at his side. Joe was born on October 8th, 1935 in Melrose Park, Illinois. He served in the U.S. Army from ’58-’60 and was honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Joe worked as a Lithographer at Sleepeck Printing in Bellwood Illinois for over 30 years. He was predeceased Read More…

September 19, 1941 — September 10, 2023

Richard “Dick” Joseph Peter Matthys, age 81, of Elburn, formerly of St. Charles, IL, passed away surrounded by the love and prayers of his family, Sunday, September 10, 2023, and now rests with his Lord and Savior. He was born September 19, 1941, in Geneva, IL, to loving parents, Peter and Martha Matthys. Dick grew up in St. Charles on Dean St. and attended local schools. He graduated from George E. Thompson High School with the class of 1959. Dick Read More…

November 5, 1936 — September 12, 2023

Deloris O’Connell, age 86, of Kaneville, walked side by side with her Heavenly Father into everlasting life, Tuesday, September 12, 2023, supported by the love and prayers of her family. She was born in Lovilia, IA, on November 5, 1936, to proud parents, Charles and Dorothy James. Deloris grew up in Lovilia until the family moved to Elburn when she was 6 years old. She attended local schools and graduated from Madonna High School in Aurora, IL with the class Read More…

January 28, 1926 — September 6, 2023

Mary Ann Johnson, age 97, of Kaneville, walked with her Lord and Savior into eternity, September 6, 2023.She was born on January 28, 1926, in Aurora, IL, to proud and loving parents, Andrew and Mary (Berkes) Faber. Mary was the youngest of nine children and suffered the loss of her mother only three months after she was born. As was the case with many large families at the time, when the number of children exceeded the care they could hope Read More…

June 16, 1946 — September 7, 2023

Dave Royer, age 77, of Elburn, passed away into the arms of his Savior, Thursday, September 7, 2023. He was born June 16, 1946, in Oak Park, IL, to proud and loving parents, Charles and Jeanne Royer. Dave grew up in Glen Ellyn, IL, and attended local schools. He graduated from Glenbard West High School with the class of 1965. Dave answered the call of his country and enlisted with the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He Read More…

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Andrew Lipkin, age 53 of Elburn, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Gone too soon, Andrew lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. A legacy of memories are left to treasure so that his spirit can live on for generations. Arrangements include visitation Monday, September 11, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. with a remembrance service to follow at 4 p.m., at Conley Funeral Home, 116 W. Pierce St., Elburn, IL 60119. Private family burial will follow at Read More…

October 27, 1947 — September 2, 2023

Karla Marie Nash, age 75, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023. After a courageous 18 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease and its relentless progression, Karla is finally at rest and no longer having her vitality slowly taken away.             Her last few years have been exceedingly difficult, most especially losing her love of cooking/baking and dancing to Rock and Roll was a blow that she found so very disappointing. After 37 years of living on their small farm in Sandwich, Read More…

June 25, 1941 — August 29, 2023

Lance H. Christensen, age 82, of Campton Hills, passed peacefully on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, and was reunited with his wife, Maja, who passed in 2017.             Lance was the first child born to Henry and Elaine (Merriman) Christensen. He was born June 25, 1941 in Chicago, IL to what later grew to be a family of six with kids: Craig, Dona and Merry. During Lance’s early years, the family moved six times before settling in the small town of Read More…

November 5, 1993 — August 27, 2023

Nicholas McCarney, age 29, of Sycamore, tragically left this earth without being able to say goodbye. His spirit is now at peace and his memories are left as a balm to the pain of his passing. He was born November 5, 1993, to proud and loving parents, Philip and Deanna McCarney. Nicholas grew up in Elburn and attended local schools. He graduated from Kaneland High School with the class of 2012. It was during this time that his passion for Read More…

May 2, 1943 — August 25, 2023

Janet L. Pree, of Campton Hills, IL, claimed the promise of her Savior, and was accepted into Heaven as the newly appointed animal caretaker, Friday, August 25, 2023. A student, teacher, animal lover, wildlife enthusiast, homemaker and mother, Jan left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who loved her and she will never be forgotten. She leaves the love of her life, John Pree, who was lucky to spend the best 61 years of his life with Jan; Read More…